How far is Eliot, ME from Sanford, ME?
Fastest route
The distance between Eliot, Maine 03903, and Sanford, Maine is approximately 23.0 miles (37.0 kilometers). The fastest route to travel is via ME-236 N and ME-4 N. The estimated travel time is 33 minutes.
Directions
🚗 Head northeast on Depot Rd toward Cedar Rd. 🚗 Turn left onto ME-236 N and continue for 6.2 miles. 🚗 Turn right onto Main St and drive 0.2 miles. 🚗 Turn right onto ME-4 N/Portland St and continue for 13.9 miles. 🚗 At the traffic circle, take the 3rd exit onto ME-109 N/ME-4A N/Main St. 🚗 After 2.6 miles, turn right onto Washington St. 🚗 Take another right onto Sb Emery Ct.
Tips & Suggestions
- 🛣️ The fastest route is recommended due to traffic conditions.
- 😊 Enjoy the scenic drive along ME-236 N and ME-4 N.
- ⛽ Make sure your vehicle has enough fuel for the journey.
- 🚦 Observe traffic rules and signs for a safe trip.
- 🍴 Pack some snacks or have a meal ready for the road.
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Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 35m.
This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Eliot and Sanford.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Eliot and Sanford.
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Start on the route
83 m · 21 sec
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Turn left
23 m · 11 sec
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Turn left onto Depot Road
78 m · 13 sec · Depot Road
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Turn left onto Harold L Dow Highway
2.2 mi · 4 min · Harold L Dow Highway
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Continue on Dow Highway
3.9 mi · 6 min · Dow Highway
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Main Street
959 ft · 33 sec · Main Street
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Turn slight right onto Portland Street
3.7 mi · 6 min · Portland Street
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Continue on Elm Street
2.8 mi · 5 min · Elm Street
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Continue on High Street
2.9 mi · 5 min · High Street
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Continue on Country Club Road
4.6 mi · 6 min · Country Club Road
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 3 toward South Sanford Circle
66 m · 6 sec · Main Street
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Exit the rotary onto Main Street
2.6 mi · 7 min · Main Street
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Turn right onto Washington Street
92 m · 11 sec · Washington Street
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Turn right
27 m · 7 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Eliot and Sanford.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
Country Club Road
Continue on Country Club Road
4.57 mi · 00h 06m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Mostly Sunny leaving Eliot and Mostly Sunny near Sanford.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Eliot to Sanford?
The road trip is about 23.1 miles (37.2 km) and usually takes 00h 35m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
North Berwick is a useful midpoint, sitting about 11.6 miles from Eliot and 11.6 miles from Sanford.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 19.8 miles (31.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 3.3 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:18 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $3.23 one way or $6.47 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 7.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Eliot and Mostly Sunny near Sanford.
Stop Ideas Near North Berwick
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
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Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to North Berwick.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Eliot and Sanford. Straight-line distance: 19.81 mi (31.88 km).
#1 Eliot
Town in Maine
| Population | 7,115 |
| Coordinates | 43.1531400, -70.8000600 |
| Altitude | 9 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Sanford
City in York County, Maine, United States
| Population | 21,253 |
| Coordinates | 43.4392500, -70.7742200 |
| Altitude | 92 |
| Country | United States |
End: (-70.77414, 43.439348)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 37 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 46m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 34m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 27m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 23m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 19m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 17m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.95 | $3.23 | $6.47 |
| Mid-grade | $4.46 | $3.65 | $7.31 |
| Premium | $4.86 | $3.98 | $7.97 |
| Diesel | $6.00 | $4.92 | $9.84 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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